Of what practical use is the appendix in the body?
The Appendix
Q. Of what
practical use is the appendix in the body?
A. The appendix secretes mucus which lubricates the
alimentary bolus, which is brought to the lower end of the caecum.
Is a small rupture the size of a hickory nut likely to do any harm?
Small Hernia Dangerous Q. Is a small rupture the size of a hickory nut likely to do any harm? A. Small ruptures are much more dangerous than large ones since they are more likely to produce obstruction. All ruptures are dangerous and when possible should be cured by a radical operation.